Pichler, F.X. - Riesling Dürnsteiner Kellerberg Smaragd 2004

WEINWISSER: "Helles, leicht grünliches Gelb. Frisches, pfeffriges Bouquet, viel Pfirsichnoten, rassig, Stachelbeeren, fast etwas schlank wirkend, ebenso viel Terroir wie Frucht zeigend. Feinrassiges, lebendiges, toll verteiltes Frucht-Säure-Spiel, fülliger als in der Nase, Limettenspiel, sehr geradlinig, gebündeltes, fein salziges Finale, viel Reifepotenzial, enorm druckvoll."

THE WINE ADVOCATE: "Sweetened chamomile tea can be found in the aromas of the 2000 Riesling Smaragd Durnsteiner Kellerberg. It is a dry, medium-bodied wine of outstanding richness, that coats the taster's palate with lush waves of honeyed minerals, caramelized stones, and quince whose flavors linger throughout its huge length. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

WINE SPECTATOR: "A finely wrought, off-dry white, this delivers lush lemon curd, apple and quince notes, all the while remaining focused and firm. There's an undercurrent of mineral which will emerge with time. Drink now through 2020. 585 cases made."